Tracheostomy Essentials
What is tracheostomy?
Learn the basics of tracheostomy including timing and tracheostomy tube procedures​.
Complications of tracheostomy
Discover the short and long term complications of tracheostomy.
Articles and Perspectives
Tracheostomy Children’s Book
There are not many children’s books relating to tracheostomy. A tracheostomy is a tube that
Is Tracheostomy Permanent?
Whether the tracheostomy is permanent or temporary depends on the initial indication for tracheostomy. Sometimes during placement, it is difficult to predict the amount of time one will require a tracheostomy tube.
Tracheostomy 101 for patients and families
Receiving news that you or a loved one may need a tracheostomy tube can be
Blom Tracheostomy Tube System
The Blom Tracheostomy Tube System (Pulmodyne) is a specialized tracheostomy tube which can allow adults
Respiratory Therapist’s Role in Tracheostomy
Respiratory therapists play a crucial role in airway management including tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation management.Â
Tracheostomy Simulation Lab
Each year more and more tracheostomy procedures are performed and in the current setting of
Fenestrated vs Unfenestrated Tracheostomy
There is a small but important difference between fenestrated and unfenestrated tracheostomy tubes. Understand the
Tracheomalacia
Tracheomalacia is a structural abnormality of the tracheal cartilage allowing collapse of its walls and airway
Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Tracheostomy
What is a tracheoesophageal fistula? A tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal connection between the trachea
Tracheostomy Tips from Families and Patients
Patients and families with tracheostomy live each day with a trach and often become experts
Showering and Bathing with Tracheostomy
Before a patient goes home with a tracheostomy, the patient or care provider should be
Role of the Family after Tracheostomy
When a loved one receives news that a tracheostomy is needed, it can be scary.
